baan2鈑钣
Jyutpingbaan2
Yalebáan
Definition
A metal plate or metal board.
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How it's used
While technically correct for metal sheets or boards, this character is rarely seen in modern daily life. Most people prefer using the more common character 板 for all types of boards, regardless of material. You will mostly encounter this in specific industrial or technical contexts rather than casual conversation.
Measure word
faai3塊faiExamples
This metal board is very heavy, help me move it away.
Related words
Common phrases
metal board
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with the character 飯, which sounds identical in Cantonese. Ensure you are not accidentally asking for a meal when you intend to refer to a piece of metal.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
